Villa d’Este 
The Villa d'Este hotel is a historic luxury hotel with 161 individually decorated rooms, located within two 16th century aristocratic residences, and surrounded by 25 acres of park, it was a favourite playground of European royalty. Transformed into a luxury hotel in 1873, and featuring 2 restaurants and bars, the hotel has retained period features throughout combined with today’s most luxurious facilities.
The hotels Sporting Club is directly connected to the main villa through an underground corridor with Indoor pool, Gym room, Sauna, Turkish baths and beauty treatments, plus a heated swimming pool floating in Lake Como itself. The hotel is located on the shores of Lake Como, in the town of Cernobbio.
| Choose your break below: | Price per person |
|---|
| 2 Night Short Break by Train | from £998 | |
| 3 Night Short Break by Train | from £1389 | |
| 4 Night Short Break by Train | from £1765 | |
| 5 Night Short Break by Train | from £2167 | |
| 6 Night Short Break by Train | from £2517 | |
| 7 Night Short Break by Train | from £2867 |
All prices per person and include hotel accommodation with breakfast and return Eurostar and train travel from London, Ebbsfleet or Ashford.
Call us for travel from other European stations.
To Book: Call us on +44 20 3327 0800 or send a request
2 Night Short Break by Train
| Superior Room | Price per person |
|---|
| Before 31/10/2010 | from £998 |
| More dates and prices available – please call for details. |
Add extra nights to your break, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your break!
This break includes:
- Return standard class Eurostar travel from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris
- Onward return train travel from Paris to Chiasso
- 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Single room occupancy at the hotel will incur an additional supplement
To Book: Call us on +44 20 3327 0800 or send a request
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Terms & Conditions
Breaks can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Sunday timetable applies on Bank Holidays.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
3 Night Short Break by Train
| Superior Room | Price per person |
|---|
| Before 31/10/2010 | from £1389 |
| More dates and prices available – please call for details. |
Add extra nights to your break, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your break!
This break includes:
- Return standard class Eurostar travel from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris
- Onward return train travel from Paris to Chiasso
- 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Single room occupancy at the hotel will incur an additional supplement
To Book: Call us on +44 20 3327 0800 or send a request
Back to Hotel Description and Packages
Terms & Conditions
Breaks can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Sunday timetable applies on Bank Holidays.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
4 Night Short Break by Train
| Superior Room | Price per person |
|---|
| Before 31/10/2010 | from £1765 |
| More dates and prices available – please call for details. |
Add extra nights to your break, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your break!
This break includes:
- Return standard class Eurostar travel from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris
- Onward return train travel from Paris to Chiasso
- 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Single room occupancy at the hotel will incur an additional supplement
To Book: Call us on +44 20 3327 0800 or send a request
Back to Hotel Description and Packages
Terms & Conditions
Breaks can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Sunday timetable applies on Bank Holidays.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
5 Night Short Break by Train
| Superior Room | Price per person |
|---|
| Before 31/10/2010 | from £2167 |
| More dates and prices available – please call for details. |
Add extra nights to your break, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your break!
This break includes:
- Return standard class Eurostar travel from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris
- Onward return train travel from Paris to Chiasso
- 5 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Single room occupancy at the hotel will incur an additional supplement
To Book: Call us on +44 20 3327 0800 or send a request
Back to Hotel Description and Packages
Terms & Conditions
Breaks can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Sunday timetable applies on Bank Holidays.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
6 Night Short Break by Train
| Superior Room | Price per person |
|---|
| Before 31/10/2010 | from £2517 |
| More dates and prices available – please call for details. |
Add extra nights to your break, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your break!
This break includes:
- Return standard class Eurostar travel from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris
- Onward return train travel from Paris to Chiasso
- 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Single room occupancy at the hotel will incur an additional supplement
To Book: Call us on +44 20 3327 0800 or send a request
Back to Hotel Description and Packages
Terms & Conditions
Breaks can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Sunday timetable applies on Bank Holidays.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
7 Night Short Break by Train
| Superior Room | Price per person |
|---|
| Before 31/10/2010 | from £2867 |
| More dates and prices available – please call for details. |
Add extra nights to your break, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your break!
This break includes:
- Return standard class Eurostar travel from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris
- Onward return train travel from Paris to Chiasso
- 7 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Single room occupancy at the hotel will incur an additional supplement
To Book: Call us on +44 20 3327 0800 or send a request
Back to Hotel Description and Packages
Terms & Conditions
Breaks can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Sunday timetable applies on Bank Holidays.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Eurostar to Paris
Eurostar trains run from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris Gare du Nord. The journey time from London to Paris is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Check in for all Eurostar destinations is 30 minutes before departure. You will need a passport for travel, and a visa where necessary.
Paris to Cernobbio
From Paris Gare de L’Est there are 3 day time TGV Lyria trains per day to Basel, journey time 3 hours 30 minutes. At Basel you change onto a connecting train to Chiasso, the journey takes 4 hours.
On arrival in Chiasso the hotel is a short taxi journey away or we can arrange a private transfer to your hotel (supplements apply).
Alternatively you can stay on the train until Como and catch a boat across the lake (supplements apply) or hire a car through AVIS. Please call for details.
Upgrades
Upgrades to First Class train travel are available. Please call for details.
Luggage
We can arrange for your luggage to be delivered to your destination, please call us for a quote!
Flights available
We can tailor-make your break to include British Airways flights (one way or return) through our ATOL
protected sister company Travel Definitions.
Please call us for details.
Eurostar to Paris
Eurostar trains run from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris Gare du Nord. The journey time from London to Paris is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Check in for all Eurostar destinations is 30 minutes before departure. You will need a passport for travel, and a visa where necessary.
Paris to Cernobbio
From Paris Gare de L’Est there are 3 day time TGV Lyria trains per day to Basel, journey time 3 hours 30 minutes. At Basel you change onto a connecting train to Chiasso, the journey takes 4 hours.
On arrival in Chiasso the hotel is a short taxi journey away or we can arrange a private transfer to your hotel (supplements apply).
Alternatively you can stay on the train until Como and catch a boat across the lake (supplements apply) or hire a car through AVIS. Please call for details.
Upgrades
Upgrades to First Class train travel are available. Please call for details.
Luggage
We can arrange for your luggage to be delivered to your destination, please call us for a quote!
Flights available
We can tailor-make your break to include British Airways flights (one way or return) through our ATOL
protected sister company Travel Definitions.
Please call us for details.
Eurostar to Paris
Eurostar trains run from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris Gare du Nord. The journey time from London to Paris is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Check in for all Eurostar destinations is 30 minutes before departure. You will need a passport for travel, and a visa where necessary.
Paris to Cernobbio
From Paris Gare de L’Est there are 3 day time TGV Lyria trains per day to Basel, journey time 3 hours 30 minutes. At Basel you change onto a connecting train to Chiasso, the journey takes 4 hours.
On arrival in Chiasso the hotel is a short taxi journey away or we can arrange a private transfer to your hotel (supplements apply).
Alternatively you can stay on the train until Como and catch a boat across the lake (supplements apply) or hire a car through AVIS. Please call for details.
Upgrades
Upgrades to First Class train travel are available. Please call for details.
Luggage
We can arrange for your luggage to be delivered to your destination, please call us for a quote!
Flights available
We can tailor-make your break to include British Airways flights (one way or return) through our ATOL
protected sister company Travel Definitions.
Please call us for details.
Eurostar to Paris
Eurostar trains run from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris Gare du Nord. The journey time from London to Paris is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Check in for all Eurostar destinations is 30 minutes before departure. You will need a passport for travel, and a visa where necessary.
Paris to Cernobbio
From Paris Gare de L’Est there are 3 day time TGV Lyria trains per day to Basel, journey time 3 hours 30 minutes. At Basel you change onto a connecting train to Chiasso, the journey takes 4 hours.
On arrival in Chiasso the hotel is a short taxi journey away or we can arrange a private transfer to your hotel (supplements apply).
Alternatively you can stay on the train until Como and catch a boat across the lake (supplements apply) or hire a car through AVIS. Please call for details.
Upgrades
Upgrades to First Class train travel are available. Please call for details.
Luggage
We can arrange for your luggage to be delivered to your destination, please call us for a quote!
Flights available
We can tailor-make your break to include British Airways flights (one way or return) through our ATOL
protected sister company Travel Definitions.
Please call us for details.
Eurostar to Paris
Eurostar trains run from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris Gare du Nord. The journey time from London to Paris is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Check in for all Eurostar destinations is 30 minutes before departure. You will need a passport for travel, and a visa where necessary.
Paris to Cernobbio
From Paris Gare de L’Est there are 3 day time TGV Lyria trains per day to Basel, journey time 3 hours 30 minutes. At Basel you change onto a connecting train to Chiasso, the journey takes 4 hours.
On arrival in Chiasso the hotel is a short taxi journey away or we can arrange a private transfer to your hotel (supplements apply).
Alternatively you can stay on the train until Como and catch a boat across the lake (supplements apply) or hire a car through AVIS. Please call for details.
Upgrades
Upgrades to First Class train travel are available. Please call for details.
Luggage
We can arrange for your luggage to be delivered to your destination, please call us for a quote!
Flights available
We can tailor-make your break to include British Airways flights (one way or return) through our ATOL
protected sister company Travel Definitions.
Please call us for details.
Eurostar to Paris
Eurostar trains run from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris Gare du Nord. The journey time from London to Paris is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Check in for all Eurostar destinations is 30 minutes before departure. You will need a passport for travel, and a visa where necessary.
Paris to Cernobbio
From Paris Gare de L’Est there are 3 day time TGV Lyria trains per day to Basel, journey time 3 hours 30 minutes. At Basel you change onto a connecting train to Chiasso, the journey takes 4 hours.
On arrival in Chiasso the hotel is a short taxi journey away or we can arrange a private transfer to your hotel (supplements apply).
Alternatively you can stay on the train until Como and catch a boat across the lake (supplements apply) or hire a car through AVIS. Please call for details.
Upgrades
Upgrades to First Class train travel are available. Please call for details.
Luggage
We can arrange for your luggage to be delivered to your destination, please call us for a quote!
Flights available
We can tailor-make your break to include British Airways flights (one way or return) through our ATOL
protected sister company Travel Definitions.
Please call us for details.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Fitness Centre
- Restaurant
- Spa
- Sauna
- Concierge
- Massage
- Garden
- Laundry
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Room Service
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
How to Book
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+44 20 3327 0800
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Flights available
We can tailor-make your break to include British Airways flights.
Call us for details.
Travel Tips
For the best prices book as early as possible.
Friday and Sunday evenings are the busiest times to travel - so book early!
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“ One of the most famous and luxurious hotels in the world. A perfect place for any special occassion. You will be treated like royalty! ”
Christian - Mar 2009